How to scale a solo law practice without losing clients or burning out
Solo lawyers looking to scale practices face a myriad of opportunities and challenges including how to maintain standards while staying mentally strong.
The downsides of positivity
Dismissing distress in favour of good vibes only can have an undesired effect. Here’s how to quash toxic positivity and enjoy better emotional health.
Alcohol and fitness: it’s not love, actually
You’d be forgiven for wanting to toast the end of 2020 with an alcoholic beverage (or three). What impact can those celebratory drinks have on…
An unprecedented gap year
Ashurst lawyer Sara Lane planned to take a year off work in 2020 to explore as much of South America as possible. COVID-19 ensured she…
All the feels
You might feel compelled to keep big emotions in check at work, but they can often bubble up to the surface. Here are some strategies…
Dancing through culture and change
Keerthi Ravi never used to tell her friends what she got up to after school. Looking back, however she is incredibly proud of her achievements.
A sporty fling took this lawyer around the world
Amanda Fung is a talented athlete who has represented her country and competed around the world, but she tells us a lot of people have…
Tech support
Artificial intelligence is set to change the way we detect, inform and treat mental health problems.
From a distance
Online volunteering is on the rise and the mental health benefits are many. Here’s how you can make a difference while maintaining your distance.
A splendid mix
Lawyer James Stewart says there’s nothing better than a classic dry gin, with good quality tonic and a hint of citrus. He tells us how his…
ZOOM fatigue: Why video calls sap your energy
At first, video calls seemed like an ideal solution to the isolation of remote working. But it turns out they’re often more exhausting than face-to-face…